It’s no secret that getting at least seven or eight hours of shut-eye every night can boost your overall health. But did you know that when it comes to your heart, a regular bedtime can help keep medical issues at bay? Duke Health and the Duke Clinical Research Institute conducted a study around the heart and sleep schedules. They found that for older Americans, having a regular bedtime and wake-up time can do wonders for mitigating the...
When it comes to your health, how you sleep can have a huge influence across the board. The quality and quantity of our sleep determines: How we function on a daily basis Our risk for a wide array of medical conditions Our overall feeling of well-being But making sleep a top priority can be challenging in a hectic world. A recent study found that just 35% of Americans receive the recommended eight hours of sleep every night....
Millions of Americans struggle with getting a good night’s sleep on a regular basis. It could be due to a medical condition like obstructive sleep apnea, or simply environmental or internal factors causing an issue. For many, it’s not unusual to have subsequent nights of lying awake and losing sleep, long after bedtime. So if you have trouble falling - and staying - asleep, it's time to get your schedule back on track! Look for and fi...
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is an extremely common condition. But unfortunately, not everyone who has this sleeping disorder is getting the help they need. Around 22 million Americans have sleep apnea, and of these cases, researchers believe that up to 80% of sleep apnea sufferers aren’t receiving the treatment they require. The reasons why there are so many undiagnosed cases of sleep apnea will vary. Some people may be unfamiliar wit...
Everyone has those nights when it may seem like it’s impossible to achieve quality rest, and yet there’s not a clear reason why. Regardless of whether you wake up multiple times, toss and turn, or have trouble falling asleep to begin with, identifying what’s keeping you up at night can be a troublesome puzzle. So if you find yourself in this scenario, bear in mind that your sleeping environment has a lot to do with how well you r...
Fall and winter are just around the corner. And for millions of folks around the country, the change in temperature can result in a change in mood as well. Though hard to define, many people report feeling more depressed in the cooler-weather months, or just a little more lethargic, as the shorter days and cold outdoor weather takes its seasonal toll. Sometimes, this is just a natural shift in our bodies and brains as we adjust to a new c...
Trouble getting to sleep and staying asleep is certainly not uncommon. Many people report having a restless night or two, as well as unusual nighttime behaviors. These might be night sweats, snoring, or active movements that can hinder their ability to rest well. But while many of these common sleeping habits can seem innocent and common enough, they could be signs of a bigger problem. Here are five common problems and behaviors that p...
People with obstructive sleep apnea often report feeling fatigued during the day. The continual brain activity that is necessary for you to breathe easy throughout the night results in a lack of quality rest. Therefore, it’s not unusual to feel the effects when you’re wide awake. Do you have obstructive sleep apnea and also have trouble actually falling asleep when it’s time to go to bed? Then you may have a larger problem on you...
Parents may know that it’s important for their children to get a good night’s rest in order to play, learn, and grow during the day. But they might not be aware of just how critical a good night’s rest is for their children’s development. Hence sleeping habits and routines should be a top priority for parents. Ample and quality sleep is crucial for growing kids, as sleep is when our bodies and brains undergo the bulk of our develo...
When it comes to sleeping disorders like obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), chances are you’re not the only one who is suffering. Not getting the quality rest you need on a regular basis can affect virtually every aspect of your daily routine. This includes your relationships with your loved ones, family members, friends, children, and everyone who is essential in your inner circle. Researchers and doctors have studied how a lack of slee...
